Peloponnese · May
Best travel monthTravel seasonGreece · Europe
Max Temp
25.4°C
Min Temp
12.9°C
Sunshine
7.8 h/day
Rain Days
2 days
Water Temp
19.1°C
Rainfall
14 mm
Humidity
67%
Avg Temp
19.3°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is among the best months in Peloponnese: only 2 rain days, 25°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 25°C, cooling to 13°C at night (daily average: 19°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 14 mm total. The sea is 19°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Packing list for Peloponnese in May
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Peloponnese?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Peloponnese (Climate Score: 81/100). Pleasant temperatures (25°C), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (2) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Peloponnese in May?
- In May, Peloponnese sees daily highs of 25°C. Nights cool to 13°C, with a daily average of 19°C.
- How much rain falls in Peloponnese in May?
- In May, Peloponnese receives an average of 14 mm of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Peloponnese get in May?
- Peloponnese averages 8 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Peloponnese in May?
- Water temperature in Peloponnese in May averages 19°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
